SM-023: CNC Mini-Series Episode 5

Video Info:
This is Episode 5 in a CNC Tutorial Mini-Series where I'll be replicating a DC-Motor CamShaft which was previously professionally milled with my TAIG CNC.In this episode, I've fixed my offset glitch from the previous episode. I show how I can "find my zero" each time I reinsert the part in the vice (very important for precision, finish-quality, and for when I flip the part!). I then start profiling the outside edge of the part with a 1/8" endmill. I let the part and endmill get TOO hot and suffered severe chip welding, which broke the end mill (which only costs ~$3, so not a big deal). I've learned that I'll need to use more coolant/lubricant in the future and/or add a "pause" to the milling operation.
This tutorial is a comprehensive walkthrough - soup to nuts. Future episodes will include CAD, CAM, toolpath creation, Feeds & Speeds, Fixturing, and operating the TAIG mill!

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